Medical Coder jobs in Great Falls, MT
Medical Coders in the Great Falls area earn a median of $23.00 per hour, about $47,830 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.57 and $27.48. That ranks 194th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 200th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Great Falls. The free report below lists employers near Great Falls and what they pay.
- $23.00median pay per hour, Great Falls
- $23–$27typical range per hour
- 60medical coders employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Great Falls, MT
The metro median is 4% below the Montana statewide median of $24.01 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 60 medical records specialists employed in the Great Falls metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.35).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.77 | $36,960 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.57 | $46,950 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.00 | $47,830 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.48 | $57,160 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.02 | $60,360 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Great Falls ranks
- 194th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 200th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 5 Montana metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Records Specialists (SOC 29-2072), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Great Falls
- Overall prices in Great Falls run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.00 median hour buys what $23.75 buys at the national price level, 2% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $41,400
- Per month: $3,450
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Great Falls metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Great Falls
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Great Falls.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benefis Hospitals Inc Great Falls, MT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Great Falls Clinic Hospital Great Falls, MT | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Coder pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MT | 126 mi | $24.07/hr | 57,894 |
| Missoula, MT | 135 mi | $23.25/hr | 78,204 |
| Billings, MT | 176 mi | $23.31/hr | 121,483 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 256 mi | $23.53/hr | 57,355 |
| Spokane Valley, WA | 277 mi | $25.96/hr | 108,267 |
| Spokane, WA | 286 mi | $25.96/hr | 230,609 |
Medical Coder jobs in Montana · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Montana
Medical coders translate diagnoses and procedures into billing and reporting codes.
- CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential
- Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS
- Experience with encoder and EHR systems
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Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Great Falls, MT?
Medical Coders in the Great Falls metro area have a median pay of $23.00 per hour, about $47,830 a year. The middle half earn between $22.57 and $27.48 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Great Falls a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Great Falls ranks 200th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 194th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Great Falls?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Great Falls, led by Benefis Hospitals Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Great Falls as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place medical coders in Great Falls?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthCentennial, CO · 3 postings$34.69/ hr$26–$44
- Banner HealthArizona, AZ · 3 postings$31.92/ hr$26–$44
- Avera HealthSioux Falls, SD · 3 postings$31.75/ hr$24–$46
- Sarah Bush Lincoln Health SystemIllinois · 4 postings$28.97/ hr$23–$37
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